Frequently Asked Questions

We are proud to offer daily living, prevocational and vocational services to young adults with autism as both an IRIS and DVR vendor for Supported and Customized Employment. We are a 501(c)3 educational non-profit organization. EIN 45-4309128

What qualifications are expected for WILC students?admin2018-08-21T16:28:11+00:00

Male or female, 18-30 years of age, graduated or High School certificate of completion or be involved in an 18-21 transitional program, and be on the Autism Spectrum. Students need to be independent for personal hygiene/toileting. Transportation is not included.

Can students attend WILC if they are in a transition 18-21 HS program?admin2018-08-21T16:27:33+00:00

Yes. We have worked with multiple school districts and students can begin to attend one to two days a week during the school year or summer to increase their daily living, prevocational, and or vocational and community skills while attending their home school.

Complete the Admission Inquiry form at the bottom of this page. Contact will be made by phone and or email to help you begin the process. Need help? Call us at 262-332-7334 and we will walk you through the steps. Visits can be scheduled with the Executive Director.

We are both an IRIS and DVR vendor. Rate per hour for instruction is $34 to $38. We will help assist with information and communication with your IRIS consultant. The IRIS program is a Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver for self-directed long – term supports. Another free community resource is ARCH.

Can my son or daughter be involved with DVR Department of Vocational Rehabilitation for Supported and or Customized Employment training while attending WILC?admin2018-08-21T16:22:56+00:00

Monday through Fridays 8:45am to 4:15pm. Most students attend 9am to 3pm on two or more days per week, but in some cases, we do have flexibility in scheduling on days attended and times to fit the individual student and family.

How many students may attend on a given day?admin2018-08-21T16:30:56+00:00

We are a day program. Our WILC students come from all over southeastern Wisconsin counties such as Waukesha, Washington, Milwaukee, Walworth, and Racine. Presently our current students live within a 45 mile radius of WILC in Waukesha.

WILC is a private nonprofit college serving adults with autism who desire continued learning; assisting them in reaching their goals for independence. We believe that people with Autism Spectrum Disorders are intelligent and valuable members of society. It is our mission to provide each student with the necessary supports so that he/she may not only have a successful college experience but also become inspired to achieve their purpose in life.

Admission Inquiry

Interested in enrolling at WILC? Fill out this form and our staff will contact you with more information.

Student Birth Date*

Desired Session Start*

Primary Parent/Guardian Information*

2nd Parent/Guardian Information

What documentation is available at this time?Documentation of Autism diagnosisMost recent Individual Education PlanMost recent educational or medical evaluationTransition/Functional Behavioral Assessment/PlanHigh School TranscriptHigh School Diploma or Certificate of CompletionOther

Wisconsin Independent Learning College (WILC) admits qualified students of any race, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, or sexual orientation. No person shall, on the basis of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, or sexual orientation be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity, or in any employment conditions or practices conducted by Wisconsin Independent Learning College, except as provided by law. Wisconsin Independent Learning College shall comply with all state and federal laws, which prohibit discrimination and are designed to protect the civil rights of applicants, employees, and/or students, or other persons protected by applicable law.WILC is a 501(c)3 Educational NonProfit Autism Specific Organization EIN: 45-4309128